Just the Facts
The University of Phoenix Library
With a long history of educational and technological innovation, University of Phoenix has established an extensive university library with a comprehensive array of scholarly and professional research material. The core of the library consists of a collection of databases available to students and faculty. The library contains more than 46,000 periodicals with over 20 million full-text articles. Encyclopedias, directories, dissertations, and other reference materials add to the depth and scope of the collection with new material added daily.
Students and faculty frequently take advantage of the extensive library, downloading or viewing over 3 million documents each month. University of Phoenix updates traditional course reserve readings by offering the electronic readings with direct links to articles and pre-formatted searches. A team of professional librarians and research specialists provide support to the library and respond daily to student or faculty inquiries. The extensive university library resources have been specially designed for the unique needs of University of Phoenix and to enhance our students’ overall experience.
University of Phoenix Degree Programs
Here are a selected few of the degree programs offered by University of Phoenix. For more information on degree programs click here.
Bachelor of Science in Business
The University of Phoenix Bachelor of Science in Business degree program is designed to prepare graduates with the requisite knowledge, skills and values to effectively apply various business principles and tools in an organizational setting. The program offers specialization in several areas, including accounting, administration, e-business, finance, global business management, information systems, management, marketing, public administration and retail management.
Bachelor of Science in Communication
The University of Phoenix Bachelor of Science in Communication degree program builds upon students’ personal and professional communication experiences and develops the communication skills necessary for professional advancement. Specific areas of focus include business communication, diversity, intercultural communication, conflict resolution, legal and ethical issues, media and culture, and future trends in communication technology.
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration
Developed by experts in the field, the University of Phoenix Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration degree program is designed for individuals already in the field and seeking career advancement, in addition to individuals interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice. Criminal justice is a rapidly evolving field that has experienced significant changes with the application of new technologies and significant global events. The program adapts to the continually changing criminal justice field by making contemporary issues and trends, such as technology and homeland security, core aspects of the curriculum.
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
The University of Phoenix Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree program provides students with the knowledge and skills to become highly qualified elementary school teachers. The program curriculum is designed to ensure that future teachers will be able to meet the requirements of state certification agencies, and ultimately make a positive impact in the lives of their students. Project work outside the classroom integrates theoretical aspects of education and the practical experience of the adult learner.
Master of Arts in Education
The University of Phoenix Master of Arts in Education degree program was designed to meet the specific needs of educators through specialization in several areas including administration, curriculum, special education, early childhood and adult education, elementary and secondary teacher education and computer education. Each area of specialization offers courses to enhance and refine the skills of the individual, whether an administrator, a classroom teacher or a corporate trainer.
Master of Business Administration
The University of Phoenix Master of Business Administration degree program develops students for the role managers play to define business problems, assess information, consider alternatives and chose the best solution. The program has been designed to introduce the theory and principles that frame a wide range of problems or issues.
University of Phoenix Online Education
University of Phoenix began offering online degree programs in 1989 and awarded degrees to its first online class of MBA students in 1991. Online programs operate independent of time, allowing students to log in when it is most convenient for them. Each student must participate in class at least four days a week and faculty are required to be present in the classroom five days each week to provide instruction and timely feedback to students.
In order to encourage extensive online discussion and collaborative work, class sizes are kept small, around 14 to 20 students. The online program model was developed from academic research that delved into how students learn online and the University has continued this research, enhancing programs based on the findings. Online students, just like their classroom counterparts, participate in assessments that measure cognitive and affective achievement. University of Phoenix pioneered many of the best practices that are today incorporated in the accreditation guidelines for distance learning.
Programs Offered
University of Phoenix offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs online in the following subject areas:
- Business
- Management
- Technology
- Criminal Justice
- Health Care
- Education
The University also offers doctoral programs in the areas of management, business, health and education.
About Private Sector Higher Education
About 40 percent of college students in the United States are adults who must work while attending school. Additionally, only about 17 percent of college students can be classified as “traditional” – that is, attending college full-time, living on-campus and being financially supported by their parents. Private sector universities are growing rapidly because they are often the only institutions that can provide students with the necessary access and flexibility.
Private sector universities have transformed the landscape of higher education by repeatedly introducing innovations that improve education delivery and access. The private sector model allows a much more nimble response to emerging market forces and provides students, many of whom are working adults or single parents, with flexible learning options, such as online classes and alternate schedules.
However, not all private sector education is the same. There are only a small number of accredited private sector universities, while there are thousands of private sector vocational and technical schools. Research has shown that private sector universities have the same interests and concerns as their non-profit counterparts and have little in common with vocational and technical schools. Research has also shown that private sector institutions have strong socially formed missions similar to those found at traditional colleges and universities.
University of Phoenix is one of a handful of institutions of higher learning completely devoted to providing access to higher education for working students. Our social commitment is to identify the individual and collective societal needs, then design innovative educational programs that will meet those needs. Faculty and staff are committed to helping students become productive in their professions and achieve personal and professional growth. University of Phoenix’s innovative teaching and learning model provides these students with the flexibility to further their education and advance their careers.